The Gold Shield Gala is produced by the San Diego Police Foundation, which works to ensure that those who protect and serve have what they need to do their jobs safely and with excellence. Community support of the Police Foundation helps provide funding for the equipment, training and outreach programs needed to create a safer San Diego.

Donations received during the Gold Shield Gala will support the work and mission of the San Diego Police Foundation. The special charitable focus of this year’s Gold Shield Gala is the K9 Crimefighter Campaign, which funds the purchase of new police dogs for America’s Finest K9 Unit as well as equipment and training to keep this renowned unit at its peak.